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File #: 25-3851    Version: 1 Name: HONORING TERESA A. CAMACHO HURTADO FOR HER OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER SERVICE TO COOK COUNTY
Type: Consent Calendar Resolution Status: Approved
File created: 9/16/2025 In control: Board of Commissioners
On agenda: 9/18/2025 Final action: 9/18/2025
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING TERESA A. CAMACHO HURTADO FOR HER OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER SERVICE TO COOK COUNTY WHEREAS, Cook County recognizes the invaluable contributions of individuals who dedicate their time, energy, and compassion to the betterment of our community; and WHEREAS, Teresa A. Camacho Hurtado, born in Bolivia and having raised her family in Caracas, Venezuela, belonged to the Bolivian Ladies Association, participating in numerous civic actions and community projects in both Venezuela and Bolivia; and WHEREAS, Teresa currently resides in Chicago. During her stay in this city, she has offered her services with humility and unwavering commitment, and has been a devoted volunteer and community supporter for the past four years; and WHEREAS, at 93 years of age, Teresa exemplifies the spirit of civic engagement and proves that age is no barrier to making a meaningful impact; and WHEREAS, Teresa has quietly and lovingly contributed to Cook County's efforts by preparing g...
Sponsors: FRANK J. AGUILAR, ALMA E. ANAYA, SCOTT R. BRITTON, JOHN P. DALEY, BRIDGET DEGNEN, BILL LOWRY, DR. KISHA E. McCASKILL, JOSINA MORITA, KEVIN B. MORRISON, MICHAEL SCOTT JR., TARA S. STAMPS, MAGGIE TREVOR, JESSICA VÁSQUEZ

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PROPOSED RESOLUTION

 

HONORING TERESA A. CAMACHO HURTADO FOR HER OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER SERVICE TO COOK COUNTY

WHEREAS, Cook County recognizes the invaluable contributions of individuals who dedicate their time, energy, and compassion to the betterment of our community; and

 

WHEREAS, Teresa A. Camacho Hurtado, born in Bolivia and having raised her family in Caracas, Venezuela, belonged to the Bolivian Ladies Association, participating in numerous civic actions and community projects in both Venezuela and Bolivia; and

 

WHEREAS, Teresa currently resides in Chicago. During her stay in this city, she has offered her services with humility and unwavering commitment, and has been a devoted volunteer and community supporter for the past four years; and

 

WHEREAS, at 93 years of age, Teresa exemplifies the spirit of civic engagement and proves that age is no barrier to making a meaningful impact; and

 

WHEREAS, Teresa has quietly and lovingly contributed to Cook County’s efforts by preparing gifts for children, labeling donations for seniors and those in need, and bringing joy to the office through her thoughtful holiday decorations; and

 

WHEREAS, her silent acts of kindness and tireless dedication have touched the lives of many and reflect the highest values of community service; and

 

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners hereby recognizes and honors Teresa A. Camacho Hurtado for her extraordinary service and declares her the Honorary Grandmother of Cook County; and

 

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Teresa as a token of our deepest appreciation and admiration.

 

HONRANDO A TERESA A. CAMACHO HURTADO POR SU DESTACADO SERVICIO VOLUNTARIO AL CONDADO DE COOK

 

CONSIDERANDO QUE, el Condado de Cook reconoce las contribuciones invaluables de las personas que dedican su tiempo, energía y compasión al mejoramiento de nuestra comunidad; y

 

CONSIDERANDO QUE, Teresa A. Camacho Hurtado, nacida en Bolivia y habiendo criado a su familia en Caracas, Venezuela, perteneció a la Asociación de Damas Bolivianas, participando en numerosas acciones cívicas y proyectos comunitarios tanto en Venezuela como en Bolivia; y

 

CONSIDERANDO QUE, Teresa reside actualmente en Chicago. Durante su estadía en esta ciudad, ha ofrecido sus servicios con humildad y compromiso inquebrantable, y ha sido una voluntaria devota y partidaria de la comunidad durante los últimos cuatro años; y

 

CONSIDERANDO QUE, a los 93 años de edad, Teresa ejemplifica el espíritu de compromiso cívico y demuestra que la edad no es una barrera para tener un impacto significativo; y

 

CONSIDERANDO QUE, Teresa ha contribuido silenciosa y amorosamente a los esfuerzos del Condado de Cook preparando regalos para niños, etiquetando donaciones para personas mayores y necesitadas, y trayendo alegría a la oficina a través de sus decoraciones navideñas; y

 

CONSIDERANDO QUE, sus actos silenciosos de bondad y dedicación incansable han tocado la vida de muchos y reflejan los más altos valores del servicio comunitario; y

 

AHORA, POR LO TANTO, SE RESUELVE, QUE LA Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Cook por la presente reconoce y honra a Teresa A. Camacho Hurtado por su extraordinario servicio y la declara Abuela Honoraria del Condado de Cook; y

 

POR LO TANTO, SE RESUELVE ADEMÁS QUE se presente una copia de esta resolución a Teresa como muestra de nuestro más profundo aprecio y admiración.end